Site Manager, Construction

Build a great career at Aecon

Aecon is proud to deliver someof the most significant infrastructureprojectsof our generation. From roads and transit systems that connect our communities, to communications networks that link us from coast to coast to coast, to commercial and residential water infrastructure. Our work includes building ports and airports that open the door to the world, to pipelines that connect provinces and provide energy across the country. Aecon is here to build the future safely andsustainably.

As a leader in the infrastructure industry, peopleareat the heart of every decision we make. Our companys success is built on rigorous execution and continuous improvement, and is powered by thediversity, expertise and teamwork of our employees. We are always looking for exceptional talent to join the Aecon family and be part of our forward-thinking, innovative and best-in-class organization!

What is the opportunity?

AeconCivilis a market leader with a competitive advantage and local core strength in key markets. We are proud of our work that contributes to the expansion and improvement of Canadas infrastructure and transportation networks, and we are ready to build our countrys future.

We are looking for a Site Manager, Constructionto joinour Montreal office.

What you will do here:

• Foster an inclusive culture to promote equity, welcome different perspectives and enable career advancement by fostering a sense of belonging
• Plan and implement a construction program, including defining the project plan, activities, milestones and workforce requirements
• Responsible for ensuring that all project execution resources have received required training
• Determine succession plans for key individuals and implement necessary measures to train these individuals
• Assist in the preparation and delivery of project deliverables, design documents, correlation of advanced and construction work packages, modularization and system transfer strategies, etc.
• Review project design to ensure compliance with construction-based engineering principles, company standards, client contractual requirements and related specifications
• Provides advice on construction related activities relating to technical developments, planning and resolution of technical design and testing issues.
• Contribute to procurement activities including validation of material specifications, preparation of purchase requisitions, tracking of materials and traceability of materials when installed in the field
• Active participation in quality assurance regarding underestimation and implementation of policies and procedures
• Oversee day-to-day operations on site while maintaining high safety standards, EHS policies, and overseeing traffic flow, environmental compliance, and stormwater control
• Maintain a positive relationship with the client's construction counterpart and a positive project culture
• Work collaboratively with the broader project team to successfully deliver the project
• Establish strategies to meet contract milestones
• Oversee field quality control and assist in the creation of risk mitigation strategies and implement them as necessary
• Coordinate with public project owners to comply with local and environmental agency issues and requirements
• Represent Aecon and the project to the client representative in a professional manner and provide updates
• Develop a solid understanding of the applicable scope through knowledge of the contractual and agreed work between Aecon and the client
• Identify requests outside the scope of the contract and raise any change management issues
• Create a detailed schedule to ensure that appropriate personnel, materials and equipment are available when needed.
• Responsible for all site execution matters including ensuring work is completed within the time limits
• Liaise with subcontractors, union representatives and regulatory bodies as necessary to ensure integration of all tooling designs
• Support in resolving labour disputes in collaboration with EPSCA and Aecon's Director of Labour Relations

What you bring to the team:

• Being a champion of inclusion and diversity
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Bilingual French and English required
• Requires skills in union relations management and a solid understanding of collective agreements applicable to the workplace
• Knowledge of all aspects of construction such as technology, equipment, methods, trade agreements and jurisdiction, engineering, cost control, schedule and safety requirements.
• Must have a full appreciation of the importance of quality assurance programs
• Must have the ability to handle all matters confidentially and professionally
• Thorough knowledge of trades performed, estimation and employee relations required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in construction and supervision of subcontractors